>omg. my work has been slashdotted. however, the article in pc mag (and especially the slashdot story intro) completely misses the point. it’s not changing your appearance for the sake of changeability (i.e. a fickle change from dots to stripes); it’s about increasing the temporally dynamic granularity of material-based fashion. plus, there are some design … Continue reading

>ugliest. shoes. ever. not only does it have a ‘macrame upper with stylish fruit ornamentation on vamp’ but also a sole that’s metallic! i can’t imagine what this shoe designer was thinking, except to make people like five-star estee from california quiver with delight.

>hi, pal! here’s my questionnaire, greatly abridged. however, for depth and breadth, feel free to reference my questionnaire responses from previous swaps, including sp7.part1 and sp7.part2 and sp6. 1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like? i love soft wool, merino, cashmere, silk, alpaca, and soy silk. … Continue reading

>a box containing 18 lbs of leather goods appeared on my doorstep the other day. (why? read previous post detailing my boot bounty.) happy, oh so happy feet. the winner: diba alexandria. why? well, for one, they were the only pair that i could ably zip up my calves (important, yes). but also, the wedge … Continue reading

>something awesome. velle magazine.Velle is a freethinking online culture magazine featuring creative-minded individuals and projects from around the world. Photo and design driven, Velle sets out to honestly present both established and emerging talent in fashion, design, art, music and literature. Blended with insightful journalism and compelling layout, Velle showcases contemporary culture through a unique … Continue reading